The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has published
its Technology Strategy for 2018 to 2021. The Strategy, part of the
ICO's focus on adapting to rapidly developing technologies,
outlines eight "technology goals" and the
measures that will be implemented to achieve them.
Technology goals
Broadly, these goals include increased technology training for
the ICO's staff and appointment of staff with technology
expertise, greater public and industry engagement in terms of the
data protection risks posed by technology, and engagement with
other regulators internationally. It is apparent from the Strategy
that the ICO is placing greater emphasis on adapting to the
ever-changing technological environment, through increased
engagement and enhancement of its technical expertise and technical
solutions.
